Pachyphytum oviferum

Growing habits of Pachyphytum oviferum

Native to Mexico. It likes warm and sunny environments. Tolerates partial shade, not cold-tolerant, afraid of strong direct sunlight.

Optimal temperature: 18-25°C

Watering: water once a month in spring and autumn

Light: full sun

Propagation: mostly by seed sowing and cuttings

Pests and diseases: pest problems rarely occur

Combination suggestions: Cremnosedum 'Little Gem', Sedum morganianum

Care tips for Pachyphytum oviferum

Potting mix: repot once every 2 years, in spring. When repotting, remove shriveled dead leaves at the base of the plant and overly long fibrous roots. Never touch the fleshy leaves with your hands during handling, otherwise fingerprints or obvious touch marks will be left. Use a mix of leaf mold or peat soil with coarse sand for the potting mix.

Watering: water once a month in early spring and autumn, stop watering in winter, and keep the potting soil dry. If the potting soil is too wet, the fleshy leaves tend to become leggy or rot easily.

Fertilizing: fertilize once a month during the growing season, using diluted cake fertilizer water or special fertilizer for potted flowers. In winter, place it in a sunny spot to overwinter. Old plants with woody stems are suitable for shaped potted ornamental display.

Propagation methods of Pachyphytum oviferum

Sowing: sow in spring, optimal germination temperature 19-24°C.

Cuttings: take stem or leaf cuttings for propagation in spring and summer.